Well! Things have certainly escalated quickly! Understandably we have had several of our regular groups close due to the virus, and last night it was announced that schools will close for two weeks, as well as the two weeks of Easter. This does mean that children will be at home with limited ability to go…
Meet Michael. He had been unemployed for over 2 years, but now is back in the workplace, with enhanced self-confidence and having overcome his social anxiety; he says that is thanks to the Progress Routes programme we delivered in partnership with Community Ventures Ltd, based in Thorntree, Middlesbrough. Michael says: “I got a lot from…
Like many occupations, making decisions is a common part of an Outdoor Practitioner’s role. Given the recent windy and wet weather- especially with us having three storms in three weeks- has meant that we’ve had to make decisions to cancel, postpone, amend or curtail activities, including Home Education Forest School sessions, a Stag Do, one…
As we head into Spring the forest is taking on a lush green blanket: as we walk through, there is the unmistakable scent of garlic- people know straight away that there’s ramsons (Allium ursinum)- or more widely known as wild garlic! It shows early in the year- taking advantage of the early sun before the…
In a previous post I discussed some initial thoughts on the Forest School approach and ended with the Forest School Association’s definition of Forest School. In this post I’ll delve into the six elements of Forest School, as they were presented during my practitioner training, whilst considering the Forest School Association’s principles of practice and…
I’m often asked what Forest School is- people have heard of it, but not sure where it is. I’ve recently spoken to people who say their children have been to Forest School- and then tell me about the one afternoon they had. I know teachers who say they do Forest School on their school field-…
As I write this Bonfire Night is coming to an end; there is the occasional whistle and pop outside as the last of the fireworks are let off. It’s just over a week since the clocks went back, so it’s dark by 4.45pm. In 6 weeks it’ll be the Winter Solstice- the shortest day and…
